SAN JUAN 2013 1st JUNE / 30th JUNE WELCOMEWELCOME TOTO THETHE MOSTMOST MARVELLOUSMARVELLOUS NIGHTNIGHT ININ THETHE WORLD.WORLD. 24thth SANSan JUANJUAN FORfor LITTLElittle ONESones 24JuneJune 7 BONFIRE NIGHT IN SUSTAINABLESUSTAINABLE SANSAN JUANJUAN 7pagepage THE ENCHANTED CITY CONCERTS 1st June 2013 / 30th June 2013 Alejandro Sanz The artist thrills audiences with a show packed with state-of-the-art technology. This sell-out tour will be visiting A Coruña on 15th June to the delight of his legions of fans. Alejandro Sanz is back in town with his tour ‘La The rapturous reception ‘La música no se toca’ re- th música no se toca’, named after his latest hit al- ceived is also reflected in his album sales (five times 15 June bum and which has got off to a great start. ‘No me platinum in Spain and the top selling album by a Coliseum compares’ hit the top of the iTunes lists in 18 coun- Spanish language singer in 2012) and his packed tries and topped the Spanish and international radio concert tour, with every date a sell-out since it hit 22:30 p.m. charts even before the album was released in Sep- the road in Mexico. tember last year. The same happened with the se- cond and third singles ‘Se vende’ and ‘Mi marciana’ This success is set to be repeated on 15th June which reached No.1 in several countries. in A Coruña’s Coliseum venue, where the audien- ce will be treated to a fabulous show on a three- dimensional stage that interacts with the music and the public. Bipolar Fest The Bipolar fest is a fabulous mix of pop, rap, rock and singer-song writing. A unique blend of musical styles led by Jacobo Paz y Dos mundos. Almost forty local musicians, Ferrol-born singer songwriter Al Vila, 11007 from Cadiz, Durgin – born in Jaén but st nd resident in A Coruña, KNS from the Galician town of Ortigueira and O Neno da Rúa will come together in what is 21 y 22 June set to be a unique musical event against the picturesque backdrop of Parque de Santa Margarita. Parque de Santa Margarita Bipolar is a melting pot of styles as well as a concept associated with the underlying themes of the lyrics. The 8:00 p.m. musicians behind the Bipolar Fest work to overcome their difficulties and help to build a future based on hope through the songs they perform. An event with a difference and definitely one not to be missed. z BIPOLAR features: JACOBO PAZ Y DOS MUNDOS / SEISSENSEIS / CESAR DECENTI / AMBITO KINITOH / YUL / FORNI o Pa Jacob / ARTE EN TINTA / AL VILA / 11007 / KABO NORTE SQUAD / O NENO DA RÚA / JESSI / DURGIN / DEJOTA TRAPE / PABLO AÑÓN / REVOLUJOIN / 3 ASES. Hombres G During the concert in Plaza de María Pita the band will prove they haven’t lost a drop of the rebellious pop spirit that made its mark on thousands of teenagers in the eighties and the generations that followed. There can’t be many people who haven’t danced or niel Mezquita and Javier Molina who suddenly pac- at least sung along to an Hombres G song someti- ked concert halls, literally brought the traffic to a me in their life. ‘Devuélveme a mi chica’, ‘Marta tiene standstill wherever they went and sent their hoards un marcapasos’ or ‘Suéltate el pelo’ are just a few of of female fans into a frenzy. st the classics we’ll have the chance to hear and join in 21 June with at their concert in A Coruña on 21st June. Their simple, rebellious pop rock style gradually evolved as the band moved into a more personal, Plaza de María Pita It’s been 30 years since Hombres G released their introspective vein. To date they have released a to- first single – Milagro‘ en el Congo’ / ‘Venezia’, but tal of twelve albums, the latest of which – ‘En la pla- 10:00 p.m. the ripples of that authentic social phenomenon can ya’ - features versions of some of their greatest hits still be felt – and heard - today. Success came as a performed as duets with other top Spanish artists surprise to David Summers, Rafael Gutiérrez, Da- such as Dani Martín, Miguel Bosé or Ana Torroja. THE NIGHT OF SAN JUANrd th 23 -24 June 2013 BURNING OF THE FALLA Matadero Naturally, no San Juan celebration is complete without Calle the burning of the falla sculpture. In keeping with the ACCESS TO tongue-in-cheek humour that has always characteri- MATADERO BEACH sed this wooden sculpture destined to be devoured ACCESS TO by the flames, illustrator Santy Gutiérrez has come ORZÁN BEACH up with a design depicting the local football team – ACCESS TO de la Marina Avenida known affectionately as ‘el Dépor’ -literally ‘playing RIAZOR BEACH Jardines with fire’, the local government spokespersons on FIREWORK Orzán board a train and the Mayor, Carlos Negreira, stan- LAUNCH AREA ding on the balcony of the City Hall. BEACH FIRST Cantón Pequeño AID STATION Just a few minutes before the sculpture starts to RED CROSS burn, a fabulous firework display provides a dazzling MEDICAL STATION welcome for the summer solstice. And finally, on the CIVIL PROTECTION MEDICAL STATION (DOCTOR) stroke of midnight, the Meigas set fire to the huge bonfire, marking the official start to San Juan. The LOGISTICS TENT entire city will be ablaze with celebrations! MOBILE EMERGENCY Juana de Vega COORDINATION CENTRE Plaza WOODEN FALLA Playa de Riazor SCULPTURE Plaza Plaza Midnight PARADE ROUTE SARDINE BARBECUES Riazor Plaza DISTRICT BONFIRES Avenida de Finisterre Plaza Avda. de Buenos Aires San Roque de Afuera Sea Promenade Sea Promenade 9:30 p.m.- 4:45 a.m. 11:00 p.m. “Dancing away the most marvellous night of the year.” “The fish and ship’s stern on the Queen Witch’s float are “The wooden falla sculpture, designed by Santy reminiscent of works by the local artist Urbano Lugrís.” Gutiérrez, will be on display on playa de Riazor from 20th June onwards.” SAN JUAN DANCE PARADE The Meigas – Galicia’s own special witches – are The purifying spirit of fire can be seen and sensed The San Juan floats – including one carrying the fi- transported on their fabulous everywhere on the night of San Juan. And to start rewood from around the world - will make their way ‘hotting things up’, the music and dancing will get along the Sea Promenade, accompanied by lively floats, together with the underway at 9.30 p.m. with big band Cinema, and performances from the Manicómicos theatre group. firewood from around the world Panorama also joining in later on. Both bands will This year the floats have been designed by art di- that will be used for the bonfire provide the music that will keep us dancing until the rector Suso Montero, who created the sets for the early hours of the morning. film ‘The Carpenter’s Pencil’ and for the popular on playa de Riazor. The most- Galician TV series ‘Mareas Vivas’. The float carrying eagerly awaited moment comes Cinema Orquesta the Meiga Mayor or Queen Witch represents fire and 9:30 p.m. - 11:00 p.m. / 2:00 p.m. – 3:30 p.m. when the flames devour the the sea, whilst the theme of the float designed for wooden falla sculpture, marking Orquesta Panorama the Junior Queen Witch is based on the idea that Midnight – 2:00 a.m. / 3:30 a.m. – 4:45 a.m. fire does away with the old, giving rise to the new. the start of San Juan. Health, safety and environment recommendations. This is a night when more than ever we must think of others, bearing in mind the need for good public behaviour and not to do anything that may prevent public services from operating normally. You must not hold any events that have not been specifically authorised. In addition, you must maintain optimum conditions of health and hygiene and remember that all public spaces must be in perfect condition for use the following day. GENERAL HEALTH, SAFETY AND ENVIRONMEN- SPECIAL RECOMMENDATIONS FOR BONFIRES ON . Likewise, the distributors of beverages or any other TAL RECOMMENDATIONS. THE CITY BEACHES types of products are forbidden from accessing the Sea Promenade and beaches, unless they have obtained spe- · Specific authorisation is required for bonfires and sar- · Thr in general ee-piece suites, sofas and furniture cific prior authorisation. dine barbecues held on the streets or in public spaces. that may emit toxic gases when burnt are strictly for- · Beach users must collect their waste and place it · Bonfires should be lit from 11 p.m. onwards on bidden on the beaches. Likewise no tyres or any other in the nearest containers on the Sea Promenade or 23rd June and must be fully extinguished by 6 a.m. items classified as toxic or hazardous are allowed. Large leave it in a tied bag on the beach for collection by the following morning. signs will be posted at the beach accesses reminding the general public of these regulations, and guards will the municipal service. This will enable you to recycle · You are reminded that the sale of alcoholic drinks be on duty at these areas from the morning of 23rd the plastic bags brought from home and will help the in all stores, vending machines and by street sell- June. street cleaners with their task of preparing the beaches ers or any other form is strictly forbidden between for use the following day. 10 p.m. and 8 a.m. Likewise, all street sellers require · The wood used to build small bonfires on the · The beaches must be cleared by 6 a.m., when the specific authorisation.